The National TVET Qualifications Framework (NTQF) Certification is TESDA’s system for formally recognizing and documenting the competencies of Filipino workers through the issuance of nationally standardized credentials. Under the NTQF, qualifications are classified into four levels — National Certificate I through IV (NC I–NC IV) — corresponding to increasing degrees of technical complexity, autonomy, and responsibility in the workplace. In addition to full qualifications, Certificates of Competency (COC) are awarded to individuals who have demonstrated proficiency in specific units of competency without yet completing an entire qualification.
These certifications are anchored on the Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) and are developed in close consultation with industry stakeholders to ensure their continued relevance and market credibility. NTQF certificates are widely recognized by employers across the Philippines and serve as a standard requirement for many overseas employment opportunities, particularly in countries that have mutual recognition arrangements with the Philippines. By providing a clear, structured, and credible pathway for skills recognition, the NTQF Certification system empowers Filipino workers to validate their expertise, advance their careers, and compete confidently in both local and global labor markets.